varjundite

Varjundite is a fictional mineral name used in speculative fiction and tabletop role-playing games. It is not recognized as a real mineral by major mineralogical authorities or databases.

The term is typically described as derived from words meaning shadow or darkness in various languages, though no single canonical etymology exists across sources.

In most depictions, varjundite forms in deep, heat-affected rock environments, often as veinfill in basalt or metamorphic rocks. It is commonly associated with minerals such as magnetite, hornblende, or hematite, and is said to crystallize in prismatic to tabular forms.

Physically, varjundite is portrayed as having a dark, metallic luster with faint iridescence. Color ranges from near-black to deep purple or steel-blue. Reported hardness is typically stated between 5 and 7 on the Mohs scale, with a relatively high density.

In fiction, varjundite is often attributed with special properties, such as energy storage, conductor of magical power, or the ability to interact with shadow or void. It may be used in devices, armor, runic inscriptions, or as currency in certain settings.

Cultural appearances include appearances in video games, fantasy novels, and tabletop campaigns, where it serves as a plot device or collectible resource.